Sign up now for a moderate to strenuous hike up Lookout Mountain on Sunday, July 10th with Central Oregon Landwatch. This will be a beautiful hike with scenic views of Big Summit Prairie and stunning views of the Cascades.  If it's a clear day we might see Snow Mountain and the Strawberry Mountains to the east. Amy Stuart (former…

Join Volunteer Connect and Cascades Theatrical Company for a special benefit preview of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum". We invite you to enjoy this "non-stop laugh-fest" while also supporting our efforts to increase volunteerism in Central Oregon - all proceeds benefit Volunteer Connect! To purchase tickets, call the box office…

Location: Crook County Library, Broughton Room Do you struggle with finding volunteers in Crook County? Are you interested in learning more about recruiting volunteers? Do you utilize volunteers to fulfill your organizational mission in Crook County? Plan to attend our informative and interactive Volunteer Managers Workshop. We plan to… Assess your organizational need for volunteers…

Beers Made By Walking presents a day hike in the Badlands Wilderness with Oregon Natural Desert Association and Worthy Brewing Company. We'll meet at ONDA's Bend office and carpool roughly 20 minutes to the trailhead together. Our 3-mile hiking trail in the Badlands is generally flat with some rocky terrain and slight elevation gain-- perfect…

Be a super citizen advocate for the environment! Are you passionate about protecting the Oregon you love? Don't miss this great opportunity to gain meaningful skills in citizen advocacy and activism. Democracy demands civic engagement to work well--learn how to be heard! Join seasoned activist and author Rex Burkholder for a special 2-hour training on…

The Crooked River Open Pastures (C.R.O.P) Events are ways for you and your family or friends to experience the farm and ranch life in Central Oregon. The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance along with a dedicated group of farmers and community members in Crook County are offering these FREE farm tours and rotating Farmer’s…

A class with OSU Master Gardeners™on composting and vermiculture. For more info: 541-383-3905 or 541-977-7661  

The day will begin at Oregon’s first urban farm, Fields Farms with hosts Jim and Debbie Fields. Jim, known to many as the godfather of farming in Central Oregon, will lead you on a tour of his wonderful property. Tours will begin at 11:00am, 12:00pm and 1:00pm. Please arrive on time. Children and their parents/caregivers…

Hydroponics, or growing plants in a nutrient solution root medium, is a growing area of local food production. Learn about the state-of-the-art techniques for producing food in a controlled, soilless setting. Learn firsthand about one of our regions newest methods of farming. Hydroponic farming allows for amazing season extension and increased yields. This very well…

Do you love fresh, beautiful food and the people who make it possible? We invite you to join us, Saturday, June 13th, at the Oxford Hotel for an evening of artful and delicious surprise, designed to honor the dedicated people who grow and raise our food. This event will include a photograph narrative, original artwork,…